Jobs for the Environment sector

Join Our Team: Principal Property Litigation Lawyer

We’re excited to welcome a new Principal Property Litigation Lawyer to join our Legal team.

Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive.

Working Hours & Location

This role follows 37 hours, Monday to Friday working pattern. The vacancy will be offered on a remote working basis, with a requirement to attend our main hub spaces as and when required. 

Role Overview

The Principal Property Litigation Lawyer leads the provision of legal advice and management of property-related disputes arising from the Trust’s operational and investment property portfolio.

Key Accountabilities:

• Main conduct of property law disputes across the Trust’s operational estate (e.g. title, trespass, boundary disputes, rights and easements, restrictive covenants, rights of support and claims for nuisance) with adjoining landowners, tenants and other stakeholders.
• Contributing to the management of legal risk on property law disputes arising in the context of the Trust’s engineering, estates, utilities and business boating activity.
• Assisting Senior Lawyers in providing strategic advice to Senior Managers and the Executive regarding litigation risk to the Trust’s  estate and assets in the context of the wider estate and asset management strategy and programme.
• Taking forward high value disputes (both as claimant and defendant) in relation to Trust asset and infrastructure responsibility, with other public and third sector infrastructure owners, in the context of retaining wall and embankments, bridges, harbour, flood defence, water resources, highways and reservoir responsibility.
• Supervision of Property Litigation Lawyer and Paralegal, close working with Trust Claims Manager and coordination of external legal support, including Counsel.
• Working with the Senior Litigation Lawyer on property litigation matters involving boating and mooring disputes.

About you

You are a qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with property litigation experience, able to lead complex, high-value disputes independently. Strong track record in managing legal risk, advising senior stakeholders, and collaborating with internal teams and external advisers, with a pragmatic approach and commitment to health and safety.

Skills & Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with a minimum of 10 years‘ property litigation law experience gained in private practice or in-house.
• Proven ability to take a lead on conducting a heavy caseload of major property litigation with minimal oversight.
• Experience of leading strategic discussions on legal risk at a senior level.
• Experience of supervision and coordination of legal and expert teams, including Counsel.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across all levels and disciplines within the Trust and with external legal advisers and to participate effectively in meetings.
• Comply with Canal & River Trust Health & Safety policy and defined standards, report incidents, accidents and near misses. Assess the risks and make adjustments to work methods where appropriate. Ensure all equipment (PPE, plant, materials etc.) is appropriate for the task. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. 

What We Offer

We offer an annual salary of £55,000. 

GREATER MANCHESTER COMMUNITY ORGANISER

Fixed Term, 12-month contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the New Economics Foundation to work as a community organiser on the Women Bridging Communities programme in Greater Manchester.

At its core, the programme responds to a critical and growing challenge: the erosion of trust, increasing polarisation, and fragmentation across communities in the UK. The programmes centres the distinct role women already play in sustaining communities.

Women Bridging Communities creates the conditions for women across differences to come together, build relationships, strengthen relational power, and shape the spaces where decisions and influence sit.

Reporting to the Senior Community Organiser, your focus will be on building the power and leadership of women in Greater Manchester in order to tackle polarisation through collective action. This work will involve developing leaders’ organising craft and leadership, listening to people about the issues in their local areas, identifying local campaigns and leaders, and equipping people with organising skills to take action together at a local and regional level.

You will need to be an experienced organiser and campaigner. You must have a demonstratable commitment to women and addressing polarisation, and be skilled in facilitation and communication with a wide range of audiences. You must have a track record of working with a diverse range of groups and have an understanding of the wider political context causing polarisation.

Role: Greater Manchester Community Organiser

Hours of work: Part Time (24 hours per week)
Salary: £42, 868 - £45,850 pro rata 
Location: Based in Greater Manchester.
Contract type: Fixed Term, 12-month contract.

How to apply

Deadline for applications: midnight, 7th June 2026
Interviews:  First stage interviews 15th June 2026, with second stage interviews on 18th June 2026.
Start date: ASAP

Please send your CV and Covering letter (no longer than 1 page and in Word format) outlining how you meet the person specification.

Please also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

You must be eligible to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor visas.

Inclusivity at NEF:

NEF wants to be an inclusive workplace with a diverse body of staff. We don’t want to conform to the traditional think-tank model where people from certain backgrounds are hugely under-represented. We know we have some way to go in this and are therefore genuinely keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; women; neurodivergent people; disabled people; people who identify as LGBT+; people with experience of mental health problems; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past.

Accessibility and Equal Opportunity:

We value all candidates and are committed to equal opportunity. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, or would like information in an alternative format, please let us know. We actively promote positive action to advance fairness and tackle underrepresentation within our workforce.

Social Policy Economist/Quantitative Researcher

Full time, permanent contract with 6 months’ probation.

NEF is looking for an economist or quantitative researcher to join its social policy team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading Westminster think tank, ideal for a curious and energetic researcher who is excited by NEF’s mission to build an economy that works for people and planet.

We strongly encourage you to apply if this role interests you, even if you’re not sure you meet every outlined criteria. We take an open-minded approach to how candidates may have developed the skills needed for the role.

We’re looking for someone with strong experience in rigorous quantitative public policy research, alongside specific knowledge of labour markets, public services, social security, or a related area. You’ll bring the energy and creativity to challenge established orthodoxies, and the skills to develop robust, innovative approaches to complex public policy challenges.

Economists and researchers at NEF bring deep expertise in at least one key UK economic or social policy area. They apply strong economic and quantitative research skills, working collaboratively to produce high quality analysis and insight, and taking ownership of discrete elements within larger projects.

A key part of the role is connecting research to contemporary debates, and communicating complex ideas clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences, both internally and externally.

Role: Social Policy Economist/Quantitative Researcher
Hours of work: Full Time (32 hours per week under NEF’s Shorter Working Week)
Salary: £44,769 - £49,764
Location: London/South East (in-office minimum two days per week)
Contract type: Permanent

How to apply

Deadline for applications: midnight, 10th June 2026
Interviews:  First stage interviews 23rd June with second stage in person interviews on the 29th June

Start date: ASAP

Please send your CV and Covering letter (no longer than 1 page and in Word format) outlining how you meet the person specification. 

Please also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

You must be eligible to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor visas.

Inclusivity at NEF:

NEF wants to be an inclusive workplace with a diverse body of staff. We don’t want to conform to the traditional think-tank model where people from certain backgrounds are hugely under-

represented. We know we have some way to go in this and are therefore genuinely keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; women; neurodivergent people; disabled people; people who identify as LGBT+; people with experience of mental health problems; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past.

Accessibility and Equal Opportunity:

We value all candidates and are committed to equal opportunity. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, or would like information in an alternative format, please let us know.

We actively promote positive action to advance fairness and tackle underrepresentation within our workforce.

HR & Operations Coordinator

Full time, permanent contract with 6 months’ probation.

The HR and Operations Coordinator is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of NEF, offering the opportunity to contribute across both people and operations.

Reporting to the Head of People and Organisational Development, you’ll play a key role in delivering high quality HR administration and supporting an efficient and impactful HR function. Just as importantly, you’ll help create an environment where colleagues can thrive, whilst contributing to NEF’s mission of building an economy that works for people and planet.

This role goes beyond traditional HR. As part of NEF’s wider operations team which spans finance, IT, fundraising, and project management, you’ll be exposed to a broad range of activities and priorities. You’ll act as a flexible and valued team member, stepping in to support key projects, respond to emerging needs, and help keep things running smoothly across the organisation.

It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, is naturally organised, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll bring strong prioritisation skills, a proactive mindset, and a professional, reliable approach, along with a genuine enthusiasm for getting stuck in and making a difference.

Role: HR & Ops Co-ordinator
Hours of work: Full Time (32 hours per week under NEF’s Shorter Working Week)
Salary: £39,066 - £42,272
Location: London/South East (in-office four days per week)
Contract type: Permanent

How to apply

Deadline for applications: midnight, 7th June 2026.
Interviews:  First stage interviews offered online on June 16th 2026 with second stage in-person interviews on June 24th 2026.

Start date: ASAP

We are only considering candidates who have previous experience in HR administration. 

Please answer the following questions on a separate Word document and submit alongside your CV 

1. Please confirm the details of your previous HR work experience, including job title, length of service and key responsibilities (200 words)
2. Please describe what you think are the three most important elements of the HR function in order to support a productive, professional and happy work place? (200 words)

Please also complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

You must be eligible to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor visas.

Inclusivity at NEF:

NEF wants to be an inclusive workplace with a diverse body of staff. We don’t want to conform to the traditional think-tank model where people from certain backgrounds are hugely under-represented. We know we have some way to go in this and are therefore genuinely keen to receive applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people; women; neurodivergent people; disabled people; people who identify as LGBT+; people with experience of mental health problems; and people who identify as working class or have done so in the past.

Accessibility and Equal Opportunity:

We value all candidates and are committed to equal opportunity. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, or would like information in an alternative format, please let us know.

We actively promote positive action to advance fairness and tackle underrepresentation within our workforce.

Senior Service Manager: Tackling Loneliness

Part time 25 hours per week 3-year East Sussex County Council funded programme

Based Newhaven or Eastbourne depending on successful candidate location and service needs, with travel across East Sussex

Salary range £35,304 - £41,363 per annum pro rata dependent on qualification, skills and experience (upper range awarded to exceptional / highly experienced candidates)

The next phase of our Tackling Loneliness Programme from 2026-29 will make further progress towards our vision for East Sussex to be a place where no-one feels lonely and our mission to reduce loneliness and build a connected and supportive community for all.

As the Senior Service Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping this bold, system‑shifting programme that brings partners, communities and seldom‑heard voices together to create lasting change. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in collaborative environments, loves connecting people and ideas, and is energised by building new ways of working. If you’re driven by purpose, skilled at orchestrating complex partnerships, and inspired by the chance to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives, this role offers the space, challenge and creativity to make a difference.

With a track record in effective collaboration with stakeholders at all levels within the public, private and VCSE sectors, you will be accustomed to organising and running meetings and forums to gain insight and take forward ideas from across the partnership.

We are looking for people to join our team who have the qualities and skills we feel would most benefit our clients & communities; professionalism, empathy, kindness and understanding. In return, we understand people want to work in a supportive environment with friendly colleagues. We offer a flexible, hybrid approach to delivery wherever possible, annual leave of 25 days per year pro rata plus bank holidays and sick pay from the start (increasing with service), additional sick pay per year for planned operations and recovery, a pension scheme, bereavement leave, and managers who are available to you… plus a day off for your birthday!

Please visit our website for the full job description, person specification and our application form.

Vacancy closes: at 5pm Sunday 31st May 2026

1st stage interviews to be held in Newhaven on Wednesday 10th & Thursday 11th June 2026

For job description and to apply, please visit our website

Completed application forms should be sent to HR via email.

You may think that you’re not a 100% match to what we’re looking for, but we recognise that some skills and experience may be transferable rather than an exact match. If you’re unsure about whether to apply, please do contact the HR team and we would be happy to arrange an informal discussion with the recruiting manager.

Fauna & Flora is seeking an experienced candidate for the position of Senior Technical Specialist, REDD+, Guinea. You will play a leading role in the co-design, development and implementation of a pioneering REDD+ project in Ziama Biosphere Reserve, with potential to explore wider nature-based carbon opportunities in the region. This is a unique opportunity to build on a legacy of conservation partnership and impact in Ziama and to integrate REDD+ as a strategy to ensure multi-decadal support for climate, nature and people – at a transformative moment in Guinea’s engagement with carbon markets. You will work alongside the Landscape Manager and wider Guinea team, to deliver our strategic and technical engagement with the Government of Guinea and other local partners and ensure effective development of high integrity REDD+ in practice.

You will have strong and holistic technical skills relevant to REDD+. This will include direct experience working on the development and day-to-day management of programs/projects focused on high-quality, nature-based climate mitigation within the forestry and land use sector, including the development and implementation of a programme of REDD+ related work.

For further details of the position and how to apply please visit our website and download the Application Pack.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 2 June 2026. Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing 15 June 2026.

The role will support a phased approach to understanding the feasibility of a community-led conservation network within the UK: leading on stakeholder mapping and analysis, creating and sharing learning materials and inputting to comms content, relationship building with existing and new contacts, organising meetings, events and workshops, supporting peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, and ensuring that relevant learning is captured and integrated into the work. You will have the opportunity to attend relevant events and forums, and will be required to travel to attend in-person meetings, within the UK. Additionally, you will play a valuable role in a small, collaborative team, working together with colleagues to ensure administrative and programme level processes are shared across the team.

You will have proven research and data collection skills, including interviews or other qualitative methods, and experience in undertaking desk-based research and analysis. You will bring excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver presentations and develop comms materials, along with a proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of people and organisations, including community or local groups.

You will have some understanding of the UK conservation sector, and/or relevant conservation issues and opportunities, and an interest in, and commitment to, community-led conservation. You will be an excellent team player, able to seek out and harness the views and contributions of others, and to work sensitively and constructively with communities and individuals.

In return, the role offers the opportunity to work within a ground-breaking and entrepreneurial organisation, at the forefront of global conservation, and alongside a vibrant and dynamic community network. In addition, Fauna & Flora offers a generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance and life insurance

Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 31 May 2026. Interviews are likely to take place on the 10 & 11 June 2026.

No agencies please.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.

Job Title: Lead Lawyer, Litigation

Location: United Kingdom - Candidates can work remotely with occasional travel to the office

Remuneration: £70,000 - £80,000 

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time Pro Rata (5 or 4 days per week) 

The Role

FILE is seeking a Lead Lawyer to support our strategy and grants teams in assessing the opportunities and risks associated with funding partners that may be involved with litigation.

You will provide expert legal guidance internally, help shape FILE’s policies and processes, and act as a trusted advisor to colleagues making decisions about funding partners that may be engaged in litigation, with consideration of justice, equity and inclusion in how risks and opportunities are assessed. While FILE is not – and you will not be – actively or directly involved in litigation, your strategic insights will ensure FILE’s grant-making is responsible, effective, and aligned with our mission.

You will also contribute to shaping FILE’s policies and processes in this area and act as a trusted advisor to colleagues across the organisation. In addition, you will engage with external partners to support broader sector understanding within philanthropy of funding partners that may be engaged in litigation.

You will be supervised by the Regional Director (North America & Transnational Finance), however, your work will be global in scope and as such, you will have close working relationships with key colleagues across departments and geographies.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing clear, practical legal advice and strategic guidance to colleagues on opportunities, processes, and risks associated with funding partners engaged in litigation, including considering partners’ potential exposure to adverse costs and broader justice and equity implications
• Acting as a trusted sounding board to colleagues considering funding partners’ litigation-related work, to enable high-quality decision-making on relevant grants
• Contributing to the effective design and implementation of FILE’s policies and processes for managing risks associated with funding partners that may be engaged in litigation
• Supporting colleagues to apply these policies consistently and confidently in practice
• Building internal capability through training and guidance about risk and opportunities related to funding partners that may be engaged in litigation
• Working collaboratively and inclusively with colleagues across departments who bring diverse perspectives and complementary expertise, including from FILE’s legal, strategy and grants functions
• Supporting the development of sector-wide thinking within philanthropy about funding partners that may be engaged in litigation

About you

We know that long lists of criteria can be discouraging and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they meet all of the criteria. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

We also recognise that skills and experience can be gained in unexpected places, so we welcome applications from candidates who feel they have relevant skills for the role, gained from a wide range of professional, lived, and learned experiences.

Essential criteria

• Qualified lawyer (current or past) with litigation experience
• Strong understanding of strategic management of litigation procedures in civil and/or common law jurisdictions (with a strong preference for experience with litigation in common law jurisdictions)
• Skilled in assessing and managing complex legal and strategic risks
• Ability to provide clear and practical legal and strategic advice to non-legal audiences
• Strategic thinking, communication, and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply justice, equity, diversity and inclusion principles in professional practice, including in decision-making, advising, or stakeholder engagement

About FILE 

The Foundation for International Law for the Environment (FILE) is a not-for-profit philanthropic organisation working to accelerate legal action on climate change.  

Through grant-making and in-house legal expertise, we empower our partners to deliver strategic, innovative legal interventions and we support lawyers in their own countries to bring their own cases.  

Legal action can unlock the systemic changes in finance, policy and social systems needed to protect all of us from climate change. The power of the law is both direct (changing policy and practice) and indirect (signalling the wider shifts taking place across these systems). 

FILE is a ‘regrantor’ - this means we do not bring legal action in our own name. We receive grants from our philanthropic donors and make onwards grants to partners who align with FILE’s charitable aims and purposes. We do not seek to make any profit from our activities either in a relevant financial year or in the longer term. 

Location 

We are advertising this role for candidates based (and with the right to work) in the UK and in the Netherlands. Please note that you will see this role advertised in multiple locations but that we are only hiring for one position based in either location, and that we are able to offer collaborative working spaces only in the Netherlands and the UK. 

Please apply to the job post for your preferred location. 

Working for FILE 

FILE is a collaborative community of individuals who share a passion for climate, nature, and justice. We bring together knowledge and experience to support our mission. 

Our people are empowered to lead their work both individually and as part of a wider team in order to make impactful change. As a relatively young organisation with the ambitious mission to change global systems, our roles are ideally suited to those who are strategic, innovative and collaborative, and open to growing in line with the Foundation. 

FILE is committed to challenging systemic injustice. Our ability to do so is strengthened by the diversity of our partners and staff. Our mission, work and impact is global, with staff and partners from across the world and a range of lived experiences. We are actively working to create a culture where colleagues feel welcomed, heard and supported to succeed and thrive. 

How FILE supports its staff 

FILE is committed to creating a workplace that supports our staff to do their best work and develop professionally. FILE offers a generous annual leave policy and additional time-off work to support wellbeing. Amongst other benefits, FILE offers private healthcare, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave, enhanced sick leave, flexibility working remotely and also abroad and a matching contribution to a pension scheme. 

Applications 

Please apply on our website and upload your CV. This role is open for applications immediately and we accept applications on a rolling basis. If you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. The role will remain open for three weeks from the date of advertisement until 3 June 2026. 

Representation and Culture 

FILE recognises the under-representation of historically marginalized communities and individuals in climate, nature and philanthropy spaces. We are committed to developing an organization that represents the world we are looking to protect and building a culture that supports such. 

In doing so, FILE is committed to building policies and practices that ensure no current or prospective employee is discriminated based on disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. 

Senior Hub Supervisor – Devon & Cornwall

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with rota’d evening shifts and occasional weekends)
Terms: Permanent, 25 days holiday pa (pro rata, exc. Bank Holidays), 5% pension contribution
Location: Sisna Park, Plymouth PL6

About FareShare South West
FareShare South West (FSSW) joins the dots between food waste and hunger, empowering communities to turn an environmental problem into lasting social good. We rescue tonnes of quality surplus food from the industry and share it with charities and schools to bring health, dignity, and routes out of poverty for people across the South West. Our supportive volunteering and employability programmes offer local people the opportunity to thrive. By joining us, you will be part of an inclusive, friendly team in a small but fast-growing charity that helps fight the injustice of who gets to afford a healthy diet.

FareShare South West is an independent local charity, working in partnership with FareShare UK. By being part of the national FareShare network, we can help rescue more food. By being small and independent, we can remain close to our local partners and people and continuously adapt to meet the needs of local communities. The member charities we share food with transform lives, using food to connect people with other support and routes out of poverty, including children and families, people on low incomes, homeless people, refugees, domestic abuse survivors, people in recovery, older people, and many others.

Purpose of the Role
To support the efficient and safe running of FareShare South West’s Hub operations, ensuring high standards of stock handling, health & safety (H&S), and food compliance. The Senior Hub Supervisor plays a key role in overseeing goods in, supporting volunteers, the FareChance employability participants and volunteers in their operational tasks, and ensuring overall smooth day-to-day operations. The role also includes deputising for the Hub Manager when required.

Key Responsibilities
1. Hub Management

• Work with the Hub Manager to ensure smooth running of food intake, storage, and distribution.
• Ensure daily team briefings, safety updates, and essential information are communicated clearly to the hub operations team, as directed by the Hub Manager
• Liaise with food industry representatives, FareShare UK (FSUK), distribution companies and hauliers.
• Support the Hub Manager in coordinating and maintaining the fleet of vans and equipment, including weekly vehicle checks and basic maintenance duties (e.g. tyre pressures, topping up vehicle fluids).
• Support audit readiness by ensuring daily records, procedures, and documentation are completed accurately and consistently
• Collaborate with the hub operations team to reduce waste and maximise distribution of surplus food to Community Food Members (CFMs).
• Report operational improvements to the Hub Manager and support the implementation of agreed changes.
• Deputise for the Hub Manager during absence by:
  • Coordinating daily activities and overseeing the hub operations team.
  • Leading on-site health & safety and supporting team wellbeing.
  • Liaising with the Head of Food and Logistics to support food intake and logistics.
  • Working with the Volunteer Coordinator to ensure shift cover and resolve shortfalls.
  • Escalating and reporting issues to the Head of Operations.

2. Volunteer Management

• Under the direction of the Hub Manager, delegate operational tasks to volunteers and supervise their work.
• Ensure volunteers are supported and trained in their specific roles and can develop.
• Support volunteer health, safety and welfare during shifts.
• Coordinate delivery of corporate volunteering days with support from the wider FSSW team.
• Register and onboard new drivers, including delivering volunteer and staff driving assessments and inductions, a directed by the Hub Manager.

FareChance Employability Programme

• Support the Hub Manager in the operational delivery of the FareChance programme by overseeing and supervising participants during operations tasks, ensuring they are actively engaged and contributing to the hub operations team.
• Work with the Hub Manager to ensure FareChance participants are effectively trained, supported, and equipped to carry out their allocated duties, with opportunities to build confidence and develop relevant skills, with support from the volunteer and employability teams and Hub Manager.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that supports the health, safety and wellbeing of FareChance participants and enables them to thrive.
• Provide hands-on mentorship and act as a positive role model during day-to-day operations, supporting participants to build experience and confidence.
• Undertake relevant training to strengthen your ability to support FareChance participants and the wider volunteer team, including safeguarding, inclusive practice, mental health awareness and coaching approaches.
• Collaborate with the hub operations, volunteer and employability teams to ensure effective communication around support needs and progress.

3. Goods In and Storage

• Lead on the Goods In process:
• Train and support hub operations staff in correct goods in procedures.
• Coordinate and delegate daily goods in activities.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and use of relevant IT/systems.
• Develop and implement process improvements and share best practice across sites.
• Coordinate delivery yard activities, including CFM collections.
• Manage stock storage:
• Lead on stock rotation and promote best practice.
• Support the Hub Manager with maintaining accurate digital stock records, participating in regular stock checks and assisting with investigation of discrepancies in collaboration with the food and compliance teams.

4. Compliance and Health & Safety

• Work in accordance with FareShare’s HACCP Food Safety Manual.
• Support compliance with all relevant food hygiene, H&S, and other operational standards.
• Ensure the Hub adheres to the FSSW Warehouse Manual and FareShare procedures.
• Monitor the condition of Hub premises and equipment and report any maintenance, repair, or safety concerns to the Hub Manager promptly
• Undertake relevant training in food hygiene and H&S.

5. General

• Respond to enquiries and communications via phone, email, in person, or internal systems.
• Engage positively with visitors to the Hub.
• Support FSSW events as required.
• Carry out any other duties in support of the role’s purpose.
• Maintain high standards of customer care and conduct.
• Support the security of the Hub and all assets, including food.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience working in a warehouse, logistics, or food distribution environment.
• Good working knowledge of H&S and/or food safety standards in operational settings and confident in working with clear procedures.
• Experience supporting or supervising others in a structured or task-based environment, leading by example and modelling safe, inclusive working practices
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident using digital tools such as stock control systems, Microsoft Teams, email, or shared files.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to manage time, delegate tasks, and respond calmly to unexpected changes or pressures.
• Positive and practical approach to problem-solving, with a willingness to take responsibility and show initiative.
• Full UK driving license.
• Forklift truck operator’s qualification (or willing to train as an essential part of the role).

Desirable

• Understanding of the voluntary, food, or charity sectors.
• Experience working alongside or supporting volunteers.
• Food Hygiene or Health & Safety qualifications (Level 2 or above).
• Experience supporting change or improvement projects.

Additional Information

• Role may involve some manual handling; training will be provided.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Global HR Operations Manager

The Clean Air Fund is looking to recruit a Global HR Operations Manager to join their team in London, Delhi or Accra. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing organisation whose mission is to use philanthropic grants to catalyse a reduction in air pollution. 

The HR Operations Manager is responsible for delivering high quality, consistent, and compliant HR operations across the employee lifecycle with equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) embedded throughout processes and decision-making. This role oversees global payroll governance, ensures strong HR systems and processes, maintains data accuracy and privacy, and leads operational improvements that enhance employee experience. 

This is a highly collaborative role. As part of Clean Air Fund’s people team, you will work closely with Global HR Business Partners, Finance, Recruitment, and our global Operations team.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in HR Operations / People Operations roles, ideally in global, multi-country, and scaling environments
• Strong understanding of HR systems, data, and operational processes
• Experience overseeing multi-country, vendor-led payroll
• Experience managing third-party vendors (e.g., payroll, EOR, benefits, HRIS), including service governance and issue resolution
• Solid UK payroll experience, including monthly submissions, end-of-tax-year cycles, and compliance
• Good knowledge of GDPR and data privacy standards
• Experience using technology to improve workflows, implement systems, or drive automation (ideally including Copilot Pro, though other AI proficiency is welcome)
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data, reports, and dashboards
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders while maintaining high accuracy
• Proficient in using the latest Microsoft 365 tools, comfortable with cloud-based platforms like Microsoft Teams and SharePoint, adaptable to new ways of working, and an excellent understanding of basic cyber security and data protection hygiene. 

For more information on this role, as well as the full person specification please see the job description

• Closing date – 20th May 2026
• Salary – In UK GBP 63,500, in India INR 5,000,000, in Ghana GHS 525,000
• Type of employment - full-time

At Clean Air Fund, we’re guided by purpose and grounded in evidence. Our culture combines clear structures and rigorous frameworks with space for fresh thinking and collaboration across diverse perspectives. We value curiosity, openness and a shared commitment to making a measurable difference.

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, returning parents, carers or any other aspect which makes them unique. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups  to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps we can take to ensure that the recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable. We are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of our employees from all forms of harm. 

Join Our Team: Duty Manager

We’re excited to welcome a new Duty Manager at our Anderton Boat Lift Visitor Centre.

Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. 

Working Hours & Location 

This role follows a 37 hours, over a 7 day working pattern. This is a site-based role at Anderton Boat Lift, CW9 6FW.

Working across our visitor attraction, the Duty Manager will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation at Anderton Boat Lift, alongside leading and motivating a team to deliver outstanding customer service. The team will support this through engaging activity participation, the sale of goods and services, and the upkeep of a high‑quality environment for all visitors.

The Duty Manager will champion the Trust’s values, both personally and through your team, helping to create an exceptional visitor experience. In this role, you will actively contribute to increasing revenue, enhancing customer satisfaction, and ensuring our sites remain welcoming and enjoyable places to visit.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team or teams of staff/ volunteers delivering a safe environment and excellent customer service; for example in maintenance, retail, catering or operation of trip boats/ other.
• Adoption of required emergency, safety, operational, financial, other processes appropriate to tasks. Plan and implement safe working procedures - creation of risk assessments and method statements, in line with the Trust’s Health and Safety Policy and standards.
• Customers dealt with to expected standards of courtesy and care; resolve concerns/ complaints.
• Deliver targeted business plan objectives for services, projects, events, maintenance to planned expenditure budgets, regularly reporting on the same. Assist with identifying future priorities/ business planning and budgetary planning.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety at the site. Identify maintenance requirements and prioritisation. Instigate local maintenance tasks where required; liaise with other operational teams, contractors the Trust management structures as necessary for the execution of works
• Coach, develop and support the team performance for required measures, including customer satisfaction and other service standards. Report on the same.
• Plan and lead volunteers undertaking tasks ensuring the application of Trust procedures and the provision of a safe working environment for volunteers, and a satisfying volunteer experience.
• Recruitment and retention of staff and volunteers to assist with the running of the attractions, ensuring staff and volunteer satisfaction is high and their duties are rewarding.

About you

You’re an experienced and confident team leader who can motivate staff and volunteers to deliver a safe, welcoming and high‑quality visitor experience. You understand operational and safety procedures and can produce risk assessments and method statements when needed.

You handle customer enquiries and complaints professionally, and you’re comfortable delivering services and projects to agreed targets and budgets. You maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety, identifying and coordinating maintenance needs promptly.

You support, coach and develop your team, using performance measures and customer feedback to drive improvement. You also enjoy working with volunteers, ensuring they feel valued, supported and engaged.

Skills & Qualifications 

• HND or Degree in relevant discipline or proven experience in a similar role
• Relevant occupational qualifications in disciplines for bespoke tasks, for example food hygiene.
• Customer service training qualification – Welcome Host or equivalent
• Valid driving licence appropriate to vehicle for specific roles
• Trust minimum safety learning standards
• Appropriate qualification in safety management, relevant to team discipline – NVQ level 3 Safety Management/NEBOSH General certificate
• Proven experience in a customer facing relevant to the task required.
• Previous retail/catering experience - Desirable
• Proven experience in direct sales, handling cash and the application of appropriate procedures
• Proven experience in monitoring budgets and providing management reporting.
• Proven experience in leading and motivating teams; directing, prioritising and delegating daily tasks
• Proven experience leading volunteers
• Proven experience with the use of computers and software packages
• Ability to work flexibly, in accordance with business demands.
• Ability to multi task, and work prioritisation

To work on the Warm and Safe Wiltshire project to help Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE) support the long-term wellbeing of disadvantaged households across Wiltshire, particularly individuals living in fuel poverty, those with health conditions, and communities that are otherwise hard to reach, including Armed Forces and veteran communities. As part of the Household Energy Services (HES) team, the Wiltshire Community Outreach Energy Advisor will bring experience engaging with different groups, charities, and local authorities. The post requires excellent customer service skills, personal resilience, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries. The role is primarily field based, delivering face‑to‑face energy advice, conducting home visits, and providing presentations to community groups and frontline professionals across Wiltshire.

Pay and conditions.

• We are flexible with the working hours of this role and will discuss this openly if you are invited to interview. 
• The salary for the role will be £29,024 per year (pro rata), rising to £31, 895 per year (pro rata) upon successful completion of probation period.
• You will be entitled to 25 days’ paid holiday (plus statutory holidays).

CSE offer a range of benefits including, subsidised bike purchase and Tech Scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash plan, retail discounts and discounted breakdown cover and many more.

We will pay fees and expenses on relevant training courses.

Specific responsibilities.

An applicant appointed to the role will be expected to:

• To travel across Wiltshire to arrange and deliver events, workshops, talks and presentations to target support to vulnerable householders.
• To increase awareness of Warm & Safe Wiltshire amongst the Armed Forces community and other community organisations in Wiltshire.
• Develop, maintain and build upon new and existing partnerships with the Armed Forces and community partners.
• To provide face-to-face support for Wiltshire residents with energy-related issues so that they can stay safe, warm and healthy at home.
• To deliver outreach support to Wiltshire’s Armed Forces community including serving personnel, their families and veterans, for example attending coffee mornings and socials in Garrisons across Salisbury Plain.
• To deliver outreach support to community groups in Wiltshire who are client facing and interact with vulnerable householders daily, for example hosting an advice stand within a local library.
• To identify energy improvements that can be made to residents’ properties and make appropriate referrals for funded measures where possible.
• Help residents maximise their income and make appropriate referrals to partner organisations for further support (e.g., for benefits advice and social tariffs).
• Deliver home visits for residents with multiple issues, who are unable to access support outside the home or via phone/internet.
• Recognise and refer clients appropriately for energy casework if they have more complex needs (e.g., billing issues, energy debt, supplier complaints).
• To provide project administrative support.

To see a more detailed list of responsibilities please see the supporting documents attached. These documents are also available to download from our website.

Essential attributes for this role include:

• O’ Level or GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• Previously worked with or volunteered for the Armed Forces.
• Three or more years’ experience working with different groups including charities, local authorities and public health.
• Experience of designing and delivering public engagement events.
• Experience of taking a lead on the delivery and coordination of project-based activity.
• Ability to respond to vulnerable clients in a respectful and engaging manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to engage a wide range of people in an appropriate manner.
• Full, clean UK driving license to travel to meetings, homes, and businesses across the county.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals.

Please note, the above is an overview of the skills required for this role. To see the full list of essential and desirable skills please see the attached job description.

How to apply

Applications should be made on the application form available on the Centre for Sustainable Energy website. 

Your application should demonstrate how your skills and experience relate to the person specification on the job description.

The closing date for applications is 17:00 on Thursday 28 May 2026

If you have not heard from CSE by 17:00 on Friday 29 May 2026, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 4 June, and Friday 5 June 2026.

If offer the role, we will ask you to provide evidence demonstrating your eligibility for employment in the UK.

Project Manager – INRS
Reference: APR20260178
Location: North Wales - Home based / Local office
Contract: Fixed-Term, 30 months – Up to 29th September 2028
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £34,018.00 - £36,319.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Holidays, Pension and Life Assurance

Introduction

This is an exciting opportunity to join RSPB Cymru and lead delivery of the Caletwr Catchment Integrated Natural Resources Scheme (INRS), funded by the Welsh Government, in Conwy, North Wales.

Working closely with a cluster of farmers and a wide range of strategic partners, the project will demonstrate how sustainable farming and food production can deliver significant benefits for nature and natural resources. It directly supports key RSPB Cymru priorities, including peatland restoration and Curlew conservation.

A central focus of the role is establishing effective, joined-up advice and support for farmers engaging with the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS), helping to shape delivery at both farm and landscape scale.

About the role

As INRS Project Manager, you will provide overall leadership, coordination and delivery of the Caletwr Catchment Project. You will establish robust governance, manage budgets and resources, and ensure delivery remains focused on agreed priorities and outcomes.

Strong partnership working is essential. You will work closely with the farmer cluster and key partners including Natural Resources Wales, Eryri National Park Authority, The National Trust and other advisory bodies.

You will provide strategic direction and day-to-day support to the Farm Support Specialist and project team, ensuring effective delivery of joined-up advice and coordination to achieve landscape-scale objectives such as Curlew recovery. While primarily a leadership role, it will also involve selective hands-on engagement where this strengthens delivery, resilience or impact, including farmer engagement and practical action.

You will also oversee knowledge transfer, engagement and demonstration activities, including outreach to farmers beyond the immediate cluster within the wider Important Curlew Area.

Key responsibilities

As Project Manager, you will:

• Structure delivery into clear work packages with defined milestones and manage the project budget against forecast.
• Take overall responsibility for progress, performance and use of resources, initiating corrective action where needed.
• Produce accurate and timely project management documentation, including reports and financial claims.
• Lead procurement and oversee contractors.
• Provide leadership, support and clear direction to the Farm Support Specialist and project team.
• Contribute directly to advisory or practical delivery where appropriate, including site visits, farmer meetings, demonstrations or priority actions.

Project outputs and wider responsibilities

You will ensure:

• Effective collaboration between farmers, RSPB colleagues and external advisers to deliver objectives through the SFS and mechanisms such as Farming Connect.
• Regular communication and engagement with decision-makers and stakeholders, including Welsh Government and statutory agencies.
• Development of a credible legacy plan with partners to sustain and scale delivery beyond the project lifetime (e.g. via the SFS Collaborative Layer).
• A well-managed project close, including final reporting, follow-on actions, and clear communication of outcomes and lessons learned.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience

• Strong financial management skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working within a structured project management framework (e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent).
• Experience delivering complex, multi-partner projects.
• Proven leadership and influencing skills without direct line management authority.
• Ability to produce clear, concise written communications for diverse audiences.
• Strong facilitation, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management ability.
• Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.

Desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• Experience turning conservation evidence, policy or agri-environment schemes into effective delivery.
• Knowledge of Welsh farming, agricultural systems and rural culture.
• Ability to communicate in Welsh, spoken and written.

Closing date: 23:59, Friday, 29th May 2026
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 11th June.

Interested?

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

As part of this application process you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.

Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

No agencies please.

The Woodland Trust is looking for a Project Support Officer to encourage and support landowners with tree planting initiatives and help deliver our goal of creating over 60,000 hectares of native woodland by 2030.

The Role:

• Manage tree planting projects from application through delivery, coordinating nurseries, contractors, consultants, and landowners.
• Provide administrative support including processing planting offers, EIA support, and managing FRM documentation.
• Assess and approve funding applications based on eligibility and landscape suitability.
• Build and maintain relationships with landowners, local authorities, tree wardens, contractors, consultants, and regional stakeholders.
• Support public enquiries via phone and inboxes, providing guidance on tree planting, woodland issues, pests, diseases, grants, and regulations.
• Use mapping tools, CRM systems, and internal databases to track projects, budgets, expenditure, and landowner information accurately.
• Advocate for the benefits of trees, support outreach activities and events, and contribute to improving team processes and procedures.
• Travel across the central region to attend site visits, meetings, events, and support the Regional Outreach team.
• This is a hybrid position with a mix of home working, and from our head office in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Head office attendance would be required no more than once a month on average. Occasional travel to other offices and remote locations may also be required.

The Candidate:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with confidence representing organisations professionally and positively.
• Collaborative team player with tenacity and enthusiasm to achieve goals within budget.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and customer service skills.
• Diplomatic and empathetic listener, able to understand landowner needs, motivations, and challenges.
• Proficient in MS Office, CRM systems, databases, and handling sensitive personal data.
• Proactive mindset with the initiative to identify opportunities that support team objectives.
• Experience using GIS and online mapping systems, with knowledge of grants, environmental assessments, and land features (Desirable).
• Understanding of the charity/not-for-profit sector and woodland creation principles (Desirable). 

Benefits and Wellbeing:
Joining our team means you’ll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:

• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave - 25 Days Plus Bank Holidays (pro rata’d for part-time)
• Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

About Us:
The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity.  We want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make their difference tackling the nature and climate crisis helping protect, restore and create our vital woods and trees.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees.  
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply. 
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application.

Application Advice:
For fairness we keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, and we do not ask for your CV at application. 
Make sure that you answer the Application Questions to show your relevant skills and passion for the role. Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. 

Acceptable Use - Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools.

Apply Now:
If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete. 

Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams 18th & 19th June.